strum

[strʌm]

strum Definition

  • 1to play a guitar or similar instrument by moving your fingers across the strings
  • 2to sweep over (a stringed musical instrument) with the fingers or a plectrum

Using strum: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "strum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He strummed his guitar and sang a song.

  • Example

    She sat on the porch, strumming her ukulele.

  • Example

    I watched him strumming away on his guitar for hours.

  • Example

    The musician strummed a few chords before starting to sing.

strum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for strum

Phrases with strum

  • strum up

    to gather or summon something, especially support or enthusiasm

    Example

    The candidate tried to strum up support from the voters.

  • to play a musical instrument in an accompanying manner, often without a specific melody

    Example

    She strummed along on her guitar while her friend sang.

  • a specific sequence of strumming movements used in playing a particular song or style of music

    Example

    The strum pattern for this song is down, down, up, up, down, up.

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Summary: strum in Brief

'Strum' [strʌm] means to play a guitar or similar instrument by moving your fingers across the strings. It can also refer to sweeping over a stringed musical instrument with the fingers or a plectrum. Examples include 'He strummed his guitar and sang a song.' and 'She sat on the porch, strumming her ukulele.' 'Strum up' means to gather or summon something, especially support or enthusiasm.